I’m a HUGE fan of the avocado. If I were ever going to get a tattoo, it would be of this delicious, rich, oily fruit. Avocados are rich and luxurious… they go well on sandwiches, omelets, and salads. This avocado gazpacho recipe is perfect for those warm summer days when you’re craving soup, and want something to cool your palate.

Tapenade is a Provencal dish that is made with chopped, or pureed olives, capers, anchovies, and olive oil. I’ve added a few additional ingredients to my recipe- it’s great served on crostini, or with fresh vegetables.

Do you like tuna salad? Well, salmon salad is even better. Whenever I fabricate salmon for grilling or pan-searing, I always have various parts left-over. I never throw this extra salmon away… it’s too valuable!

Chef Chuck Kerber, a graduate of The Pennsylvania Institute of Culinary Arts, has over 20 years of cooking experience at various hotels, restaurants and other private establishments. Selected as one of Pittsburgh's 50 finest in 2012